Coco Gauff’s recent victory over Ons Jabeur in the French Open quarterfinals has impressed many, including Jabeur herself. Jabeur praised Gauff’s game intelligence and fighting spirit, stating that she believes Gauff has the potential to join the “Big Four” of women’s tennis. Gauff, who is currently ranked third in the world, has been making waves in the tennis world since winning her first Grand Slam title at the U.S. Open last year.
Despite facing some challenges during the claycourt swing, Gauff has been working hard to improve her game, particularly her serve. In her match against Jabeur, Gauff showcased her powerful serve, hitting speeds of up to 205 km/hr, the fastest serve by a woman at Roland Garros this year. Jabeur acknowledged Gauff’s strong performance and admitted that it was difficult for her to return Gauff’s serves, especially on her forehand.
In the upcoming semifinals, Gauff will face off against world number one Iga Swiatek, who has been dominating the competition at the French Open. Swiatek cruised through her quarterfinal match against Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova, winning 6-0, 6-2. Swiatek, who boasts an impressive 10-1 record against Gauff in their previous meetings, is looking to secure her third consecutive title at Roland Garros.
Swiatek has shown incredible form throughout the tournament, with her only hiccup being a match point saved against Naomi Osaka in the second round. She is focused on maintaining her routines and treating her upcoming match against Gauff like any other, despite the significance of the semifinal clash. Gauff, on the other hand, has struggled against Swiatek in their previous encounters on clay but is determined to put up a strong fight in their upcoming match.
Both Swiatek and Gauff have garnered attention for their impressive performances on the clay courts of Roland Garros. As they prepare to face off in the semifinals, tennis fans can expect a thrilling battle between two talented and determined players. With Gauff’s fighting spirit and Swiatek’s relentless consistency, the match promises to be an exciting showdown between two of the brightest stars in women’s tennis. Stay tuned to see who will emerge victorious and advance to the final of the French Open.
